Isosafrole from China

Isosafrole is a heterocyclic compound with an oxygen hetero-atom in its methylenedioxy ring structure, chemically defined as 1,3-benzodioxole-5-propene. It falls under HTS 2932.91.00.00 as a specific compound within the category of other heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atoms only. Primarily used as a chemical intermediate in fragrance and pharmaceutical synthesis.

Duty Rate — China → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and chemical purity certificates to verify it meets Chapter 29's chemically defined organic compound requirements

Confirm no added solvents or stabilizers that would shift classification under Chapter Note (e) or (f)

Check DEA precursor chemical regulations as isosafrole is watched for MDMA synthesis potential